2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 GMC Canyon

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2005 GMC Canyon
Make Daihatsu GMC
Model Charade Canyon
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 2770 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 175 HP
Torque 89 Nm 251 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1730 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 72 L


 

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